Trail Running calendar near Marion 2026-2027

Run a rugged 12.9 mile trail half marathon in South Mountains State Park with steep climbs, creek crossings and overlooks. Limited to 200 runners, finishers earn handmade ceramic medals while top three receive handmade awards.

Experience a scenic winter trail in Waiteville West Virginia, winding through creekside farms, meadows and rolling ridges along the Allegheny Trail. Choose the 50k or 20 mile course for rugged singletrack and sweeping views.

HAROC at Hanging Rock State Park invites trail runners to tackle scenic but challenging singletrack with 25k and 50k options. Expect big climbs, rugged terrain, and supportive aid stations for an adventure organized by Tanawha Adventures.

Run the Stone Mountain Massacre in Roaring Gap NC on Feb 7, choose 50K, 25K or 8 Miler on rugged red ribbon trails with a 300 step climb. Expect mud and ice, aid stations with quirky tokens, and a handmade pottery finisher medal.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a scenic 5K through Golden Road Vineyards on Feb 14, with options to run, Sip & Stroll, or join virtually. All finishers get a custom medal and a complimentary mimosa on a grass and cross country course.

Take on the NRG Trifecta: three endurance races in New River Gorge National Park completed in one year. Limited to 50 entrants, the series secures your spots and supports Adventure Appalachia; finishers receive a custom buckle and jacket.

Cabin Fever 50K is a winter point to point ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, with ridgeline single track, waterfalls, and a finish beneath the New River Gorge Bridge. Scenic, supported, and offering a finisher medal.

Run the Pilot Mountain Salamander Scamper 25K in Pinnacle, NC, with a climb to the Pinnacle and sweeping Piedmont views. Limited to 125 runners, the rain or shine event includes stocked aid stations and a laser engraved finisher medallion.

Froggy Mountain Warrior 100 is a winter 100 mile group run near Galax VA on Feb 21 benefiting veterans group 22toomany. Ten 10 mile loops with big climbing on slick Feb terrain demand self sufficiency, plus a low key buckle for finishers.

Run the scenic, flat New River Trail on all dirt out and back courses offering 10K, 25K, 50K and a 100k with a finisher buckle. Aid stations support runners but this is a cupless race so bring your own bottle or cup.

Run rugged single track loops in the Leatherwood Mountains near Ferguson NC on April 11, 2026, with distances from 10 miles to 100 miles for runners chasing big climbs and technical trails. Loop format, full aid stations, and crew access ma..

Run the Union Half Marathon and Relay in Big Stone Gap on April 11, 2026 along the scenic Greenbelt and Powell River Trail with two historic train tunnels. Finishers get a unique medal and race shirt, perfect for solo runners and teams.

Take on the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50K near Galax Virginia on one mile loops that climb through scenic terrain with aid every mile and hot meals. Camp on site or book nearby for a friendly, festival style mountain ultramarathon.

Troublesome Hollow is a trail running weekend in Bristol VA offering 50K, 25K and a 3 mile walk along scenic riverside trails with swinging bridges and a climb to a fire tower. Official chip timing and a cupless policy mean bring a reusable..

Trail ultramarathon at ACE Adventure Resort in New River Gorge with 50K, 100K solo or relay options across four scenic loops. Enjoy riverside views, creek crossings, onsite camping and big climbs for a true backcountry challenge.

Run scenic, rugged trails at Grayson Highlands State Park May 2 and 3, 2026 with distances from 8 mile to a full 50 mile challenge. Finishers get a beanie or hat and medal plus post race food, pro photos, and awards.

Quest for the Crest pushes runners up steep, technical point to point courses to Mt Mitchell's summit, with epic climbs and dramatic mountain views. Multiple distances promise a true mountain test for trail runners.

Join the ninth annual Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run on May 23, 2026 in Norton, VA for a scenic challenge on the Flag Rock trails around Norton Reservoir. Proceeds support a senior supplement program helping low income seniors buy fresh local pro..

Kettlefoot is a USATF trail run at Doe Mountain near Mountain City TN with 50K, 25K and 13K courses over varied, challenging terrain. Climb the 60 foot fire tower for sweeping views and bring kids to the free Kiddlefoot Mile ages 5 to 12.

Run the Dam Yeti weekend on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon with 50 mile, 55K and a 25K Pepsi Challenge to choose from. Point to point trails, finisher medals and a special award await those who tackle both days.